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5th annual Back to School event coming to Rockmart next weekend
Mark those calendars for next Saturday, July 27 as organizers provide a day of fun – and much needed supplies – for local youth and their families getting ready for the start of the new school year. The event held in memory of Dadrian “Wade” Cummings will give kids a chance to grab some free […] The post 5th annual Back to School event coming to Rockmart next weekend appeared first on Polk Today.
Cobb County and Cities End Mediation
MARIETTA — After two long days of talking through lawyers, Cobb County and six of its cities ended their mediation process over Service Delivery Strategy (SDS) agreements. Local leaders emerged from their private mediation rooms at the Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center shortly after 9 p.m. Thursday. “Cobb County and its six cities concluded a two-day mediation session working to form Service Delivery Strategy as mandated by the state,”...
Kirby Smart had great comment about Nick Saban being part of media
Many fans have had a difficult time adjusting to seeing Nick Saban cover college football as a full-time analyst, and Georgia head coach Kirby Smart is struggling with it, too. Smart, who made a name for himself working as an assistant under Saban at Alabama, was asked on Wednesday what it is like to have... The post Kirby Smart had great comment about Nick Saban being part of media appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Howlin' Willy's Brings the Heat for National Chicken Tender Day on July 27
Saturday, July 27 is National Chicken Tender Day, and to mark the occasion Howlin’ Willy’s Hot Chicken, the hot chicken concept created by Willy’s Mexicana Grill founder Willy Bitter and inspired by the hot fried chicken restaurants of Nashville, is serving its popular 3-tender plate for half price.
Milton asks GDOT to fix Ga. 9 mess
MILTON, Ga. — Milton officials are working to tackle the fallout of fraudulent activity associated with the Georgia Department of Transportation’s widening project on Ga. 9. Milton Special Projects Director Bob Buscemi said July 15 that the city is coordinating with GDOT to decommission the project through Milton,...
Democrats sue Kemp over leadership committee law
(The Center Square) — Georgia Democrats have filed a federal lawsuit against Republican Gov. Brian Kemp, saying a measure he signed three years ago that allows him to effectively "sidestep" campaign finance restrictions. Kemp signed Senate Bill 221 into law in May 2021. Under the so-called "LC Law," some politicians can chair leadership committees and receive contributions from their members or supporters. Democrats contend the law violates the U.S. Constitution's...
Construction underway on Georgia's largest Buc-ee's, opening slated for summer 2025
The wait won't be much longer on Georgia getting a new Buc-ee's. Construction has started on the Brunswick location on Georgia 99 at the I-95 exit. It's being built by J. Raymond Construction out of Florida. Media coordinator Crissy Gonzales said via email that the Buc-ee's has a tentative opening date of June 2, 2025. However, that date is subject to change.
Richland County Sheriff: 16-year-old charged in double homicide after fleeing to Atlanta
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - Richland County Sheriff Leon Lott said a 16-year-old was arrested and charged in a double murder that took place in the Lower Richland community earlier this month. Two young men were killed on July 9 off the 300 block of Hickory Ridge Drive and one person...
Marietta Police Department Celebrates Promotion of Six Officers in Special Pinning Ceremony
The Marietta Police Department recently held a pinning ceremony to honor the promotions of six of its officers. The event, which took place on July 17, gathered approximately 125 attendees including friends, family, and colleagues. According to a press release from the City of Marietta, MPD Chief Beam led the ceremony with Deputy Chief Twaddell, underscoring the dedication these officers have shown to their community. The promoted staff includes Sergeants Mordarski and Conklin, Lieutenants Liedke and Foster, Major Mixon, and Deputy Chief Rutland.
PTC Awards July 4 Parade Winners
Peachtree City Mayor Kim Learnard presented awards to winners of the July 4 golf cart parade during the July 4 special called city council meeting. Learnard began by thanking city staff and recreation teams for “doing such a great job” planning and executing the parade.
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